____ heatstroke is usually seen in elderly patients who, because of medical conditions or age, are unable to compensate for a change in temperature and/or humidity.
A. Compensated
B. Exertional
C. Nonexertional
D. Decompensation
Answer: C
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. true b. false